Football headlines are being dominated by the debate over Real Madrid’s lineup, Valencia’s signing of Javier Aguirre, the mileage burden on Raphinha, and the feat of the women’s under-20 team.

Marca’s front page this Thursday leads with a question stirring up Madrid fans: 86% of supporters are demanding Ousmane Diomande be in the starting lineup ahead of Vinicius Jr., driven by the Ivorian winger’s brilliant recent form.

Meanwhile, As highlights comments from England international Marc Cucurella, who revealed that he tried to convince Rodri to join Real Madrid’s project before the midfielder chose another destination.

In Barcelona, Sport focuses on Raphinha and his 34,000 kilometers of travel with the Brazil national team to play three friendlies in Australia and India. This marathon is causing concern around Barça because of the injury issues the forward has carried following his international call-ups.

On the European front, both Sport and Mundo Deportivo celebrate Barça Women’s flawless Champions League debut with an emphatic 5-2 win over Paris FC.

Superdeporte confirms the arrival of Javier Aguirre as Valencia CF’s new head coach. The Mexican manager has signed until June 2027, with the top priority of restoring hope at Mestalla.

Meanwhile, in Andalusia, Estadio Deportivo highlights comments from Pablo García about his possible return to La Cartuja and reports that negotiations over Sevilla center-back Cardoso’s contract termination have stalled.

National front pages agree in describing the Spain women’s under-20 team as “unstoppable.” After beating Italy 0-2 in the semifinals, the national side will aim to lift the World Cup this Sunday against North Korea.